Natural Pearl Religious Medal
A medallion with an embedded natural pearl for devotional wear on a chain or rosary. It matches the examples of religious medals in Chapter Note 9(a), and the pearl is the essential character, so it is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the medallion is made of precious metal and the pearl is a minor ornamentation
Religious medals of precious metal are classified under heading 71.13.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the medallion's metal is a minor constituent to qualify for this tariff item
• Describe the item as a religious medal of natural pearls in customs documents
• Keep evidence of the pearl's natural origin for CBSA
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